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AE18 VEL

2018 Lexus Gs

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,629 mi
Last recorded31,629 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Lexus Gs36,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 VEL
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 31,629 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 30,950 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 30,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 28,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 26,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 24,497 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 22,827 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Gs?

Based on 38,949 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
6,066
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 238
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 116
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 101
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AE18 VEL is a 2018 Lexus Gs in Red with a 2,494cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 36,820 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus Gs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE18 VEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 8 years old, this Lexus Gs is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE18 VEL registered?

AE18 VEL is a 2018 Lexus Gs, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is AE18 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 VEL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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